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White House issues proclamation targeting semiconductor imports, citing national security and AI supply-chain risks
A new presidential proclamation cites a Commerce Department investigation warning that semiconductor and chipmaking equipment imports threaten U.S. national security. The action outlines a plan including negotiations and an immediate tariff on certain advanced computing chips, with carve-outs aimed at domestic buildout.
Winter Storm Fern spreads dangerous ice and snow, triggering outages and travel chaos across the U.S.
A massive winter system dubbed Winter Storm Fern continues to sweep from the South and Midwest toward the East, leaving large power outages, widespread flight cancellations, and life-threatening cold. Officials across multiple states urged residents to avoid travel as utilities and grid operators worked to stabilize service.
Markets slide after Trump tariff threats tied to Greenland escalate trade-policy uncertainty
U.S. stocks fell sharply after President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs in connection with his push related to Greenland, jolting global markets and reviving fears of wider trade conflict. The move hit major indexes and pressured large technology stocks, while investors moved toward safer assets.
CDC labels the 2025–26 U.S. flu season ‘moderately severe’ as estimated illnesses reach 11 million
U.S. health officials reported that influenza activity remained elevated as winter progressed and, for the first time this season, categorized 2025–26 as ‘moderately severe.’ CDC estimates cited millions of illnesses and substantial hospitalizations, with experts pointing to holiday travel and lower vaccination uptake as key drivers.
Backlash grows over federal agent shooting in Minneapolis as White House spotlights Melania documentary
A fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis is fueling protests and intensifying political pressure on the Trump administration. As criticism mounted, President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a private White House screening of an Amazon MGM documentary focused on the days leading to the 2025 inauguration.
Verizon says widespread U.S. outage was caused by a software issue, offers $20 customer credit
After a major service outage that disrupted voice, text and data for many customers across the U.S., Verizon said the incident stemmed from a software issue and that it has no indication the disruption was tied to a cybersecurity event. The carrier is offering affected customers a $20 account credit through the MyVerizon app.
Trump’s Greenland push strains ties with Europe’s far-right allies
Europe’s nationalist parties—often aligned with Trump-era politics on immigration and culture—are splitting over President Trump’s stated ambitions involving Greenland. Critics on the European right are framing the move as imperial overreach, while the episode highlights broader fractures in transatlantic politics and sovereignty-first messaging.
Winter storm delivers worst air-travel disruption in years, testing airline operations and consumer protections
A major storm system is hammering airline networks and airport operations across the U.S., forcing mass cancellations and creating a costly operational challenge for carriers. The disruption is also spotlighting consumer rights: passengers can choose rebooking, but canceled flights also entitle many travelers to refunds.
Winter Storm Fern triggers mass flight cancellations as U.S. braces for severe travel disruption
A massive winter storm sweeping across the United States is snarling airports and highways, forcing thousands of flight cancellations and leaving travelers scrambling for rebooking and refunds. Forecasters warn of heavy snow, ice and bitter cold stretching from the South into the Northeast, with major metro areas expecting dangerous conditions.
USWNT opens 2026 with 6-0 win over Paraguay as Rodman captains and scores
The U.S. Women’s National Team began its 2026 schedule with a dominant 6-0 friendly win over Paraguay in Carson, California. Trinity Rodman captained the side and scored, while Ally Sentnor netted two and newcomer Reilyn Turner opened the scoring late in the first half.
Brief freeze, then reversal, of $5B public health grant leaves state agencies scrambling
State and local health departments were thrown into confusion after the Trump administration temporarily paused a major CDC-administered public health infrastructure grant worth about $5 billion, then reversed the decision. Health officials said the episode disrupted planning for emergency preparedness and ongoing community programs.
Massive U.S. winter storm snarls travel as airlines cancel thousands of flights
A powerful winter storm sweeping across much of the United States triggered widespread flight cancellations and major airport disruptions, with airlines scrambling to rebook stranded travelers and reminders that canceled flights must be refunded.